Discount Car Stereo IL-BKR Installation guide

Brand: Discount Car Stereo

Model: IL-BKR

Type: Installation guide

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IL-BKR

QUICK START IOS LIGHTNING ADAPTER INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR BECKER AUX READY RADIOS

Created: June 9, 2013

Revised: January 18, 2023

PRODUCT SAFETY & DISCLAIMER

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING, FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE

PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO PRODUCT AND/OR PROPERTY

 This installation guide is provided as a GENERAL installation guide, some vehicles vary and may

require additional steps. We do not accept responsibility for third party labor charges or

modifications. Exercise due-diligence when installing this product.

 We do not accept any responsibility for vehicle damage or personal injury resulting from the

installation of this product.

 Careless installation and operation can result in equipment damage.

Requirements:

Becker Radio with AUX input option

Introduction

In 2012 Apple released a new generation of products and with them a new Lightning

plug, and if your vehicle is equipped with an older iPod adapter it will also need

updating. The IL-BKR will play and charge any Apple Lightning device including the

iPhone XR, iPad Pro etc. without sacrificing the look and feel of the dashboard

components. Installing this adapter requires sacrificing the CD changer (if

present), but with the storage capacity of Apple lightning devices, sacrificing the

CD Changer should be an easy decision.

An optional remote control is available to operate lightning device while keeping

eyes on the road.

See Frequent ask questions at the end of this guide for details.

Installation

Warning: We recommend disconnecting car battery. But before anything

locate and record the radio safe code. Don’t disconnect battery if radio code

is not available, otherwise radio will cease to operate.

1. Remove radio from dash to gain access to the connectors. A set of radio

removal tools (See Fig. 1) is required.

Fig. 1

Radio removal Tools

Fig. 2

2. Slide tools into slots (51) on Radio. (Straight edge facing away). Withdraw

radio by pulling outwards. To release keys simply press retaining springs.

See Fig. 2.

Click here for detailed radio removal instructions.

3. If vehicle has optional CD Changer, it must be disconnected.

BLUE and GREEN iso plugs must be disconnected (See Fig. 3)

Fig. 3

Becker radio chamber

4. Connect blue plug from IL-BKR harness (See. Fig. 4) to chamber C-3 on

radio (See Fig. 3)

Fig. 4

iso plug & lighting plug

Warning: Cascade BE6111, BE6112 radios with Bluetooth and Ferrari with

factory with Bluetooth and/or digital cluster display requires an additional

harness (See Fig. 6) to retain these features.

Ferrari with digital cluster (See Fig. 5) and/or factory hands-free requires an

additional harness. Our ISO8-HAR T-harness (See Fig. 6) sold separately.

If vehicle has these radios and features, we highly recommended purchasing the

ISO8-HAR along with adapter (IL-BKR), otherwise you will be required to modify the

plug yourselves.

Vehicles without these options do not require the T-harness.

Fig. 5

Fig. 6

5. Disconnect 8-pin BLACK plug from radio (See Fig. 3) and connect to

matting 8-pin connector on power harness (See Fig. 7)

6. Connect 8-pin BLACK plug from power harness to radio port vacated in

step 5

7. Proceed to step 10

Fig. 7

Power harness

BMW and Mercedes with solid 16-pin plug:

Warning: BMW and Mercedes power/speaker is a solid 16-pin plug. The default

power harness (See Fig. 7) will not work in these vehicles. Power harness seen

in Fig. 8 is included for these applications

8. Disconnect factory solid 16-pin plug from radio (See Fig. 3) and connect

to matting 16-pin connector on power/speaker harness (See Fig. 8)

9. Connect 8-pin BLACK and BROWN plugs from power/speaker harness to

radio chambers vacated in step 8. Both plugs are “key” so that BLACK

plug fits lower chamber.

Fig. 8

10. Run Lightning plug (See Fig. 9) to desired location on dashboard, glove

box, console etc. within 3 ft. of radio. Use caution not to cut, pinch or

crimp cable during this step.

Fig. 9

11. Install plug and cable in a location away from heat, humidity, moving

parts, or sharp metal objects.

Damage to lightning plug may occur if subject to abuse.

Operation

One of the most important steps in this process is enabling the AUX function

within Becker radio menu. Most Becker radios are pre-programmed to recognize

a CD Changer connection and because of that you must change the setting from

“CD Changer” to “AUX” otherwise this adapter will not perform as intended. This

process is done upon initial install and will not have to be repeated unless power is

removed from radio for some time.

Enabling the AUX function

Radios with TP button: (i.e., CDR-220)

1. Turn radio "ON"

2. Press and hold the "TP" button for about 8 seconds until Becker 1 is

displayed.

3. Turn the Tuning Knob until AUX OFF is displayed.

4. Press either button located directly under the Arrows on the display to

change the present setting from OFF to ON.

Turn radio OFF.

5. Turn Radio back ON, press “S” (Source) button to enter AUX Mode. This is

the mode to use whenever you want to listen to the device connected to

the adapter.

Radios with ☼ button: (i.e., BE6104)

1. Turn Radio “ON”

2. Press and hold the ☼ button for about 8 seconds.

3. Select AUX “ON/OFF” option.

4. Press either button located directly under the Arrows on the display to

change the setting to ON.

5. Turn radio OFF.

6. Turn Radio back ON press the “☼” button until “AUX” is displayed.

Other Radios with ☼button (i.e., BE4602)

1. Turn radio ON.

2. Press and hold the ☼ button for 8 seconds, until Becker 1 is displayed.

3. Turn the Tuning Knob until AUX OFF is displayed.

4. Press either button located directly under the Arrows on the display to

change the present setting from OFF to ON

5. Turn Radio back “ON” Press “☼” button to enter AUX Mode

Radios with 3 Function buttons (i.e., BE4527)

1. Turn radio ON.

2. Press and hold Function button #2 (center) for more than 4 seconds.

3. The accompanying menu appears on the display.

4. Press the multifunction button located directly under “AUX” on the display to

change the present setting from OFF to ON.

5. The Setting is stored automatically.

Nav traffic radios

1. Press the "Radio" button to enter Radio mode.

2. Press the "Navi" and "F10" simultaneously

3. Press "Next" until the AUX input, Changer Res screen

4. Press AUX to enable/disable.

Alternate method:

1. Press the “Sound” button for more than 2 seconds

2. To access user menu second level, press multifunction button →

3. With multifunction button “AUX” select either “AUX mode ON” or “AUX

mode Off”

4. The setting is stored automatically

5. In CD mode, multifunction button “AUX” must be pressed to select “AUX”

mode.

Becker 4775 (Land Rover) & Other Traffic Pro

1. With the Radio "ON" press and hold the Tone button until the sub-menu

comes up.

2. Press the soft-key labeled “Aux” until the screen displays “AUX Mode on”.

3. Press the Tone button to exit the menu.

4. To enter "AUX" mode, press the "CD" button and select the "AUX" soft-

keys

Sound 5 (BE7077 Sprinter Van etc.)

1. Turn radio ON.

2. Press the

repeatedly until EXT menu appear.

3. Turn Rotary control knob clockwise and select EXT AUX.

4. Press the CD button repeatedly until “AUX” is displayed

Cascade (i.e., BE7941, BE6111, BE6112 etc.)

To activate the External Device mode

1. Turn radio ON.

2. Press the information button (CID)

3. Turn the rotary control/push (OK) button counterclockwise until System

Settings appears at the top right of the display

4. Press the rotary control/push (OK) button

5. Turn the rotary control /push (OK) button to select External Device

6. Confirm selection by pressing the rotary control/push (OK) button

7. Select “AUX” from list and turn it “ON”.

8. Exit menu

9. To listen to the “AUX” device, press the MEDIA button

10. Turn the rotary control /push (OK) button to “AUX” and press the rotary

control/push (OK) button

Becker BE7801 Infotainment (Ferrari, Maserati)

1. Press the TP button for more than 2 seconds

2. Press multifunction button “AUX”

3. Select Ext audio source

4. press the right control knob to select “ON”

5. The setting is store automatically

Becker DTM /High speed (i.e., BE-7892, BE7910)

1. Press the Sound button for more than 2 seconds

2. Press multifunction button “AUX”

3. Select Aux Mode on

4. The setting is stored automatically

In CD Operation, the multifunction button AUX must be pressed to select AUX

operation

Operation

1. Turn ignition and radio “ON”

Note: Some radios operate without key; however, in order for the IL-BKR

to work, the key must be turned to “ACC” or “ON” positions. In these

positions the IL-BKR will charge and play.

2. Connect Apple iPod, iPad or iPhone to Lightning plug

3. Apple device will begin charging, otherwise see note above.

4. Press required button on radio to enter AUX Mode. If radio does not enter

AUX mode go to section “Enabling the AUX function” above.

5. Select a test track on Apple device.

Warning: Playlist and Track selection is *NOT* possible from the radio.

You must use the iPod built-in controls to access music files

6. Test track will play on car speakers

7. Use Becker radio volume control to adjust playback level

8. If successful go ahead and reinstall the radio

Note: Removal tools not required to re-install radio. Simply align radio with

opening and push back until it locks in place.

Optional smart remote

This wireless remote would let you pause, play, adjust volume, or otherwise

control your media from farther away than arm’s reach. Use at home to

control Bluetooth device from up to 30 ft.

1. Keep audio device in pocket, glovebox, purse or elsewhere

2. To track up/down within playlist etc.

3. To adjust audio device volume (up/down)

Pairing:

Operation:

Use smart remote to perform the following functions on any iOS7.0 and higher or

Android 4.4 and higher.

Package contents:

Frequent asked questions & troubleshooting

1. Why is your adapter better than what others are offering?

Our cable has a single 8-pin Lightning plug that works as intended (Audio and

charging) and will not damage your device. In addition, we include a plug-n-

play power harness.

2. My vehicle has a CD Changer. Will the IL-BKR work?

YES; but CD changer must be disconnected.

3. I’ve installed everything but my Phone does not charge and audio plays

on Phone speaker. Is the unit defective?

For Apple lighting devices to play or charge, power must be applied to the

module. Please review steps 5-6 on page 3. Also ensure ignition is “ON” and

lastly, if adapter has a fuse holder, check that fuse has not blown. If ALL

checks out, please contact us for help.

4. Why do I need to purchase the ISO8-HAR Harness?

Cascade BE6111, BE6112 and others with factory Bluetooth hands-free and/or

Ferrari cluster display requires this harness. Without the ISO8-HAR, Ferrari

cluster display seen in Fig. 5 or Bluetooth hands-free will cease to work.

Purchase the ISO-HAR along with the IL-BKR and our technicians will

incorporate into the IL-BKR harness prior to shipping, otherwise you will have

to mate yourself (special pin removal tool required) or mail back to us for the

free service.

Vehicles without factory Bluetooth hands-free and/or cluster display do

not require the ISO8-HAR harness.

5. Does the IL-BKR work on all Becker radios?

NO; the IL-BKR works on any Becker radio that has “AUX” input setting

within menu. Becker radios without AUX menu option (e.g., CR-210, CDR-210,

PCM and others), are not compatible with the IL-BKR. See our A2DMP-BKR

6. Do you offer an adapter that works on Becker radios without “AUX”

menu capabilities?

YES; See our A2DMP-BKR

7. Can I control Apple device from the radio buttons?

NO; you must continue to use Apple built-in controls and display to operate

the device or purchase optional wireless remote control.

8. I want to be able to charge my phone when the ignition if off. Is this

possible?

YES; Cut red wire from IL-BKR harness and connect/splice to yellow wire at

pin4.

9. Where is the model number located on Becker radios?

Locate sticker on side of the radio. Radio removal required to see sticker.

10. Does the IL-BKR drain car battery?

Power to the IL-BKR is controlled by the ignition switch. When ignition is

turned “OFF” and power is removed from radio, it is also removed from the IL-

BKR which eliminates any possible current drain issue. It is also true the IL-

BKR does not draw battery power unless IOS device is connected to Lightning

plug.

Disclaimer

• This product has no affiliation with BMW, Porsche, Ferrari, Mercedes, Land Rover, Becker or Apple

• We’re not liable for misuse of this product.

•We recommend professional installation.

For help email support@discountcarstereo.com

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